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Childism: how discrimination against children plays out in law

Childism: how discrimination against children plays out in law

Some acts are only considered criminal if they are committed by someone aged under 18. This doesn’t just include things such as drinking alcohol. In some US states, for example, it is illegal for children to run away from home or even to repeatedly disobey parental authority. This behaviour is called incorrigibility. If a child is decided to […] … learn more→